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NEW PRODUCT! - SBC 4140 Chromoly Steel Flywheel. Compatible with ALL Z31 clutches. SFI approved and made in the USA!

Available now for $400.

If you see a lower price for any DXD clutch kit somewhere on the internet, please e-mail me.

DXD clutch kits for almost ANY vehicle are available from Z31Parts!

South Bend Clutch's "DXD" line of clutches combine top of the line patented materials and build quality to provide you with an absolutely outstanding clutch that won't have the compromises in drivability normally associated with high performance "racing" clutches. Z31Parts.com has worked hard to develop the DXD lineup available to Z31 owners. We believe DXD are among the best clutches on the market for the money. Options are available from the performance stock replacement Rally series up to the maximum performance "Stage 6" with a high clamp load pressure plate which still offers a low pedal effort. All kits include an alignment tool, along with new high quality throwout bearing and pilot bushing. Designed for maximum OVERALL performance on street driven cars, the difference between a DXD clutch and the leading "Race" clutches is obvious from the moment you depress the pedal! Emphasis is placed on developing a smooth engagement, light pedal feel and high torque capacity; aspects which can be hard to obtain in a performance clutch. Each DXD kit is custom built to order by South Bend Clutch, and is available through Z31Parts.com at a very competitive price. Look no further for a clutch for your Z31; DXD is the unit you are looking for! Contact us to purchase a unit and visit www.dxdracingclutches.com for more information.

"Stage"

1

2

3

4

5

6

Disc

Rally

TZ

OFE

OFE

FE

FE-X

Pressure Plate

HD

HD

HD

SS/350Z

SS/350Z

SS-X*

Torque Capacity (240mm)

~390

~480

~515

~560

~690

~780

Price TO YOUR DOOR ($30 SH included)

$280

$340

$380

$510

$610

$660

240mm version (84-86T and all NA cars)

250mm version (87-89T)

Fidanza Aluminum Flywheel (For all Z31's)

Stage 1 (Rally):

Rally kits contain a modified high performance pressure plate and heavy duty organic disc. The linings on this disc are premium woven medium metal content lining. This facing has a 9000 RPM burst and dissipates heat quicker then any other organic lining on the market. This kit generates 1/3 more torque then stock. Also included in the kit are a throw-out bearing, pilot bearing, and alignment tool.
"The stage 1 "Rally" clutch kits are a stock replacement clutch offering better wear characteristics. It is actually a slightly better unit than a Nissan OEM clutch." -Jason

Stage 2 (TZ):

TZ kits contain a modified high performance pressure plate with a heavy duty Kevlar® lined disc. The metal backed Kevlar® linings provide a smooth engagement and have the torque capacity to handle high horse power, high revving engines . These clutch kits maintain a stock feel at the pedal and have unmatched durability. Also included in the kit are a throw out bearing, pilot bearing, and alignment tool.
"The stage 2 "TZ" Kevlar clutch kits givle slightly more holding capacity with no compromises at all. The lightweight kevlar lined disc makes for fast shifting and a longer lifespan than a stock clutch." -Jason

Stage 3 (OFE):

The OFE kit combines the newest technology in linings: A Feramic full face lining on the flywheel side and a "Medium Metal" content Organic lining on the pressure plate side. This combination runs cooler and significantly extends clutch life. The OFE series clutch not only engages very smooth, it has the torque capacity of other similar clutch kits which have a rough engagement. This state of the art kit is what everybody wants when it comes to street performance. 
"The OFE disc is the absolute best choice for a lightly modified turbocharged Z31." - Jason

Stage 4 (OFE):

The stage 4 clutch uses the same disc as the stage 3, with a higher clamp load 350Z pressure plate for additional torque calacity. It still retains a light pedal despite the high clamp load. This is due to the different design of the newer 350Z pressure plate.  
"The stage 4 OFE is the smoothest clutch on the market capable of holding well over 400lb/ft of torque at the wheels" - Jason

Stage 5 (FE):

The FE SS series is the ultimate when it comes to delivering maximum torque to the street and strip driven car. With Feramic on both sides of the disc, the clutch delivers a more positive engagement. Because Feramic clutch material displaces heat extremely fast it will give you maximum clutch life and a consistent feel each time you shift.
"The most holding power available with a pedal just slightly heavier than stock. Heavier full feramic disc may slow shifting slightly " - Jason

Stage 6 (FE-X):

The Stage 6 FE-X clutches utilize a modified 350Z pressure plate (SS-X) which delivers 2700lbs of clamp load with an unbelievable light pedal. This pressure plate mates to the 240mm flywheel because of the flywheel's clutch bolt pattern; however the disc is 250mm. We highly recommend this clutch be used and balanced as an assembly with a fidanza or steel aftermarket flywheel, but it will bolt up to all Z31 flywheels designed for use with the 240mm disc (everything but 87-89Turbo). The pedal effort is greated than stage 5, but still reasonably light for the clamping load provided; most customers have been pleasantly suprised at how light and streetable the Stage 6 FE-X clutch package is! This pressure plate can also be modified to well over 3000lbs at special request for vehicles making over 800 lb/ft of torque.

Some information on DXD clutch kits for your 300ZX:

1. UPS ground shipping cost of $30 is included in the price shown.

2. For lightly modified Z31 turbo cars we recommend a minimum of a stage 2 clutch kit. The stage 2 kevlar disc will last longer, hold more torque and have an equally smooth engagement as a stage 1 or OEM clutch. We also recommend at least a stage 3 for any turbo car running a modified exhaust, intake, intercooler and increased boost. A Z31 with a stock fuel system and turbo charger is still capable of producing over 330lb-ft of torque at the rear wheels.

3. There are two different stock Z31 flywheels. All USDM 84-89 NA cars and 84-86 Turbo cars use the "240mm clutch". All 87-89 Turbo cars use the "250mm clutch". The difference in these clutches is the type or pressure plate and the bolt pattern of the clutch cover and flywheel. Either flywheel can be used on any year/model Z31, as long as the correct clutch is used with the flywheel.

4. Fidanza aluminum flywheels/SBC Chromoly flywheels are available for $390/$400 with any clutch kit. The flywheels are both designed to work with either Z31 clutch, but if you order one with the clutch kit you will receive a 240mm bolt pattern clutch because it has a higher default clamp load. While we also know that this is NOT the "best price" on the internet for the fidanza AL flywheel, we wish to ONLY sell the flywheels with a clutch kit for very good reasons; they can be balanced as an assembly and shipped to the customer ready-to-install. Finding a local shop to balance an aftermarket flywheel can sometimes be difficult. If you pruchase a flywheel along with a clutch, we include the balancing service for no charge as an added value to you, our customer.

5. Please be aware that for stage 4-6 240mm clutches, a 250mm disc is included. This is because the pressure plate used with stages 4-6 is compatible with the 250mm clutch disc. The larger disc gives slightly more torque capacity and can be used with a stock flywheel despite the valley on the outside of the disc. The difference between stage 5 and stage 6 clutch kits is a modified high-clamp (2700lb) pressure plate.

6. Puck clutches are available for track use. We do not recommend puck clutches for street use.

7. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE E-MAIL!

Note: All Z31 clutch discs use a high quality 6 spring hub, product images above are for reference and comparison purposes.

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